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Georgia Pacific is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Operator for our Perdue Hill, AL (ARC) facility. The Wastewater Treatment Operator position creates value by working with the Environmental team in achieving goals/improvement of key factor results (safety, environmental compliance and controls, asset strategy improvement, housekeeping, and reliability) which allows for a smooth and successful operation.

This position pays $25.34 per hour.

The Wastewater Treatment Operator will work twelve hour rotating shifts and required overtime as needed, which may include weekends and holidays. The rotation is 4 days, 7 off, 4 nights, 3 off, 3 days, 1 off, 3 nights, and 3 off (5:00 am to 5:00 pm days and 5:00 pm to 5:00 am nights)

Our Team

Alabama River Cellulose (ARC) mill has been a major part of the economic lifeblood of the region. Recognized as one of the largest pulp operations in North America, the mill is also considered the largest manufacturer in Monroe County and one of the largest employers in the area. ARC, part of Georgia-Pacific’s Cellulose group.

What You Will Do

Must be able to learn the startup, shut down, and steady state operation of the Landfill Leachate System, Water Treatment Plant, and Wastewater Treatment Plant
Able to use 4site and LOTO programs
Identify equipment performance issues and coordinate necessary maintenance activities
Attend and complete mandatory training for sampling/testing compliance activities to back up control room operator (BOD, COD, TSS, pH, etc.)
Learn and understand the requirements as specified in the facility NPDES discharge permit
Understand the RIM Management process
Strong analytical skills to make quick decisions that could stabilize the plant during upset conditions
Monitor process variables and maintain efficient and compliant operations
Maintains strict adherence to safety rules & regulations to include wearing required safety equipment
Communicate with other crew members to identify gaps, and help develop strategies to address
Maintain cleanliness in designated work area
Be self-motivated and able to work alone
Economic thinker, analytical, resourceful, and problem solver
Performs other related duties as assigned
Required to attend and complete mandatory and ongoing trainings

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

High School diploma or GED
Able to accurately and safely use equipment including measuring equipment and basic hand tools
Experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel for data entry and document creation
Be able to work from a boat and to obtain a boating license to perform river surveys

What Will Put You Ahead

Two years prior experience working with wastewater processes
Two years of experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment

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As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day –to make everyday products even better.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

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